If you plan to visit Porto in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +66°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 80 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+91°F
Max.
80 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Porto has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Porto in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Porto for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +81°F during the day to a minimum of +50°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +72°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +70°F.
Is Porto warm or cold in May?
Porto is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +50°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Porto:
Water temperature in Porto in May
Water in Porto in May is Fresh. It varies from +58°F to +65°F, with an average of +61°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +66°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Porto are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +57°F.
Can you swim in Porto in May?
Water temperature (+61°F) in Porto in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Porto in May
Porto weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+66°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+37°F
+41°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+91°F
+93°F
Rainfall
103 mm
80 mm
32 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F
+61°F
+63°F
Humidity
74%
75%
76%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
9
10
12
Cloudy days
5
7
9
Rainy days
15
13
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +66°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 103 mm to 80 mm.Humidity rises from 74% to 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 9 to 10.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Porto in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Porto is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Porto based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 66 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Porto wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Porto?
This is the weather in Porto in May 2023:
1 May
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+72°F
2 May
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+80°F
3 May
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+74°F
4 May
☁️
+67°F
5 May
🌧️
+68°F
6 May
🌧️
+68°F
7 May
☀️
+67°F
8 May
☀️
+69°F
9 May
☀️
+68°F
10 May
☀️
+66°F
11 May
☀️
+70°F
12 May
☀️
+66°F
13 May
☀️
+69°F
14 May
☀️
+69°F
15 May
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+71°F
16 May
☀️
+72°F
17 May
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+76°F
18 May
☀️
+75°F
19 May
☀️
+72°F
20 May
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+73°F
21 May
☀️
+74°F
22 May
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+74°F
23 May
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+80°F
24 May
☀️
+77°F
25 May
☀️
+76°F
26 May
🌧️
+69°F
27 May
☀️
+71°F
28 May
🌧️
+66°F
29 May
🌧️
+65°F
30 May
☁️
+68°F
31 May
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+70°F
In May 2023 Porto had 24 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 42%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Porto climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Porto in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+63°F) and the highest in 2022 (+67°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 565 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1854 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Porto in May:
Is May a good time to visit Porto?
It’s always a good time to visit Porto, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Porto in May?
May has mild temperatures in Porto. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Porto in May?
In general, you can swim in Porto in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +61°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Porto rainy in May?
Porto is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Porto in May?
The amount of sunny days in Porto during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Portugal
Check out the weather for other cities in Portugal.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Porto, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.